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May 7 World AIDS Orphans Day & Essay Contest Part II



New York, March 15, 2010


Press Release
Children Invited to Enter :  2010 World AIDS Orphans Day Contest

To commemorate World AIDS Orphans Day on May 7th, 2010, kids in grades 4-8th are invited to share their stories! Children should submit a letter sharing their views on the following topic:

Millions of kids around the world have lost their parents to AIDS. Write a letter to Albina du Boisrouvray, founder of World AIDS Orphans Day, explaining what you think should be done to help these kids live better lives.

The winning essay will be posted on the World AIDS Orphans Day website (www.worldaidsorphans.org). The author will receive a certificate from Albina du Boisrouvray, international humanitarian and founder of World AIDS Orphans Day, and $200 to be donated in their name to a charity benefiting children!

Spread the word! This is an exciting way for children to express their thoughts and speak out in support of orphaned children around the world!

Entries should be a maximum of 300 words and emailed or attached in Word form to info@worldaidsorphans.org by 5pm Eastern Time on Monday, April 26th, 2010.

For consideration, all entries must have the applicant’s full name, age and grade level and a parent or guardian’s full name and contact phone number or email address.

Additional Rules:


  • Entries due by 5pm on Monday, April 26th
  • Maximum length: 300 words
  • Open to children in all countries in grades 4-8 (or of the appropriate age)
  • The winning letter will be officially announced on Friday, May 7th
  • All entries will become property of WorldAIDSOrphansDay.com and FXB International
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Press contact:
FXB USA — Nico D’Auterive — ndauterive@fxb.org — 1 212 697 3566


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